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Support your pet's heart health with our comprehensive Cardiology services.

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We take your pet's heart health seriously. That's why we offer cardiology services, a specialized branch of veterinary medicine focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease and other cardiovascular conditions in pets.

Heart disease in pets is often subtle and can go unnoticed until it's quite advanced. Our experienced veterinary cardiologists work tirelessly to detect, diagnose, and manage heart conditions early, using state-of-the-art technology and techniques to ensure your pet enjoys a happy, active life.

Common Conditions

Our Cardiology service covers a wide range of heart-related conditions including:

  1. Congenital heart disease: Pets can be born with heart defects. These conditions, known as congenital heart diseases, can range from minor to severe. They can affect the heart's structure and function.
  2. Acquired heart disease: These are heart diseases that develop over time, often as a pet ages. They include conditions like heart valve disease and heartworm disease.
  3. Cardiomyopathy: This term refers to diseases of the heart muscle itself, which can lead to heart failure in severe cases.
  4. Arrhythmias: Irregular heart rhythms, or arrhythmias, can be a sign of underlying heart disease.

If your pet is showing signs of these or any other heart-related issues, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with us for a thorough evaluation.

Common Procedures

Some of the procedures we conduct as part of our Cardiology service include:

  1. Echocardiography: An ultrasound of the heart that allows us to see the heart in real-time, assessing its size, shape, and function.
  2. Electrocardiography (ECG): This test measures the electrical activity of the heart and can detect abnormal heart rhythms.
  3. Blood Pressure Measurement: High blood pressure can be a sign of underlying heart disease, and regular monitoring is critical.
  4. Cardiac Catheterization: A procedure used to diagnose and treat certain heart conditions.

These procedures help us provide accurate diagnosis and optimal treatment for your pet's heart condition. To learn more, schedule an appointment with us today.

Special Equipment/Technology

We utilize advanced equipment and technology in our Cardiology service:

  1. Ultrasound machine: Used for conducting echocardiograms to visualize the heart's structure and function.
  2. ECG machine: This equipment records the heart's electrical activity, helping to identify arrhythmias.
  3. Blood pressure monitor: A vital tool for detecting hypertension (high blood pressure) in pets.
  4. Catheterization lab equipment: Used for more complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Our commitment to technology ensures the highest standard of care for your pet. To discuss more about our cardiology service, don't hesitate to schedule an appointment.

Common Questions

What are the symptoms of heart disease in pets?
Symptoms can vary but might include lethargy, coughing, difficulty breathing, decreased appetite, and sudden weakness.

How is heart disease in pets diagnosed?
Diagnosis involves a thorough physical examination, as well as specific tests like echocardiograms, ECGs, and blood tests.

What can I do to prevent heart disease in my pet?
Maintaining a healthy weight, regular exercise, and a balanced diet can help. Regular check-ups allow for early detection and management of potential issues.

If you have further questions about our Cardiology services, feel free to schedule an appointment with us.

At-Home Tips

Here are some things you can do at home to support your pet's heart health:

  1. Regular Exercise: Regular, moderate exercise helps maintain a healthy weight and good heart health.
  2. Healthy Diet: Feed your pet a balanced, nutritious diet to keep them at a healthy weight and reduce the risk of heart disease.
  3. Regular Vet Check-ups: Regular veterinary visits are crucial for early detection of potential heart issues.

Keeping your pet's heart health in check is essential. Contact us to schedule an appointment and learn more about our Cardiology services.

Schedule an Appointment

Call: 765-494-1107
24/7 Emergency Phone: 765-494-1107

Small Animal Hospital Entrances:

  • EMERGENCY - Small Animal Emergency
  • Entrance A - Lynn Hall Small Animal Lobby
  • Entrance B - David & Bonnie Brunner Small Animal Lobby

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West Lafayette, IN 47907
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    Your gift to the Cardiology Gift Fund makes a difference in the work we do. Your gift will help us to:

    • support wherever the need is greatest; and
    • allow us to obtain state-of-the-art equipment, as well as to maintain and upgrade the equipment that is necessary for advanced diagnosis and therapeutic treatment and procedures.

    The cardiology service at the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital is the only facility within a 6-state area that can provide this type of care of treatment.

    By making your gift today, you can enjoy the satisfaction of knowing you are supporting a problem that is personally meaningful to you. Great veterinary health care depends upon the generous hearts of people like you! For more information, please call the Office of Advancement at (765) 494-5032.

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    625 Harrison Street
    West Lafayette, IN 47907

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    Your donation could help a dog like Honey, a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles spaniel who was diagnosed with an abnormally slow heart rate just weeks after moving to her adoptive home.

    Honey's loving adopters brought her to the Purdue University Veterinary Hospital to get a pacemaker which would allow her heart to beat faster and improve her quality of life. Even though her owners were dedicated and wanted to help her, they were not able to cover the entire cost of such an advanced procedure.

    Honey received financial assistance for this life-saving tratment from our specially trained cardiologists. Honey's story has a happy ending. She lives a happy and healthy life with her new family thanks to donations from individuals like you.